Determination of Beta glucan in foods
Beta glucan and health benefits
Beta glucan is a compound formed by the linkage of single sugar D-glucose molecules together via β-glycoside bonds. Beta glucan usually exists in two forms: (1,3/1,6)-β-glucan and (1,3/1,4)-β-glucan, these two forms differ in viscosity, molecular mass, and viscosity. their solubility, spatial structure and biological properties.
The 1,3/1.6 form has higher biological activity than the 1,3/1.4 form.
Beta glucan has many health benefits such as:
- Improve the body's immune system, prevent and support the treatment of flu, infectious diseases, infections on the digestive and respiratory tract.
- Prevent cancer, limit increase in tumor size and reduce side effects of cancer treatment chemicals.
- Supports blood sugar control and promotes heart health
- Helps to improve digestive problems.
Because of its great benefits, beta glucan is added a lot in foods such as milk, cereals, confectionery, etc.
Determination of Beta glucan in foods
Understanding that need, Eurofins Sac Ky Hai Dang has developed a method for analyzing beta glucan on food. The principle of the method complies with international standards such as AOAC, AACC...
Customers who have testing needs, please contact us for the best service.
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